SHADOW TREASURER APPOINTMENT
MEDIA STATEMENT 28/05/2025 To be elected Deputy Leader of the Opposition and entrusted to serve as Shadow Treasurer is a great honour. It is a responsibility that I take very seriously and I will apply…
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WHEN WILL THE POWER PRICE RISES STOP?
DEPUTY LEADER OF THE OPPOSITION MEMBER FOR FAIRFAX MEDIA STATEMENT 26/05/2025 Australia’s standard of living and economic prosperity is underpinned by access to energy. Yet today we see the price of power continues to increase.…
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Thank You, Fairfax
I’ve just wrapped up my seasonal road trip across the electorate - something I’ve done at least four times a year since first being elected in 2016. These trips are about meeting locals where they…
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FUTURE OF THE COALITION
THE HON SUSSAN LEY MP LEADER OF THE OPPOSITION FEDERAL MEMBER FOR FARRER MR TED O’BRIEN MP DEPUTY LEADER OF THE OPPOSITION FEDERAL MEMBER FOR FAIRFAX SENATOR THE HON MICHAELIA CASH LEADER OF THE OPPOSITION…
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TED HITS THE ROAD TO LISTEN, LEARN AND SERVE FAIRFAX
Federal Member for Fairfax, Ted O’Brien has launched his next seasonal road trip following last weekend’s election to reaffirm his commitment to grassroots, community-focused representation. While the seat of Fairfax is yet to be officially…
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PM Can’t Keep Dodging the Big Power Price Question
As appeared in The Australian, 22 April 2025 Debating Labor on energy is like arguing against a drunk who constantly seeks to trump logic with lies. This was the story at the 2022 campaign, and…
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LNP PADDLES IN $1.4 MILLION INTO THE HEART OF MARCOOLA
If elected a Dutton-led LNP Government will deliver $1.4 million to support the redevelopment of the Marcoola Surf Life Saving Club, ensuring the much-loved facility is ready for the future. Built in the 1980s, the…
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Anzac Day Services 2025
For over a century Australians have served in conflict and peace around the world, protecting values of freedom and democracy. Our national spirit of remembrance has found a home on Anzac Day which marks that…
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LNP’S PLAN TO GET AUSTRALIA ‘BACK ON TRACK’
Are you feeling better off today than you did three years ago? For many people I speak with across the electorate the answer is a resounding ‘no’. While this is tragic, it’s unsurprising as over…
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LNP’s Boost to Keep Maroochydore Surf Lifesavers Rescue-Ready
A Dutton-led LNP Government will deliver $1 million to the Maroochy Surf Life Saving Club to develop a training and gymnasium centre. The major redevelopment of the club will include new female dormitories and change…
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Ted’s Autumn Road Trip
As well as my main election campaign meet and greets at roadsides, markets and meet the candidate events, I'm hitting the road again across Fairfax for my Autumn Road Trip – and I’d love to…
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Coalition to abolish Labor’s Unfair Car Tax, cutting costs for families
An elected Dutton Government will repeal Labor’s tax on family cars and utes, ensuring Australians save thousands when buying a new car. From July 1 under Labor’s family car and ute tax families and small…
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Ted Delivers for the Sunshine Coast
Fairfax has never before received more Federal Government funding and support than under Ted O'Brien's leadership, particularly under the former LNP Government - $1.79 billion for local roads and infrastructure; $3.2 billion for local sections…
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Where to vote early
Can't make it to a polling booth on election day, Sat 3 May? You can vote early from Tues 22 April (Tues after Easter), at the following locations in Fairfax (and slightly beyond): MAROOCHYDORE Millwell…
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A Better Deal for Health and Cheaper Medicines on the Sunshine Coast
Many families across Coolum and the Sunshine Coast are doing it tough right now. Whether it’s the price of groceries, electricity bills or prescription medicines, the cost of living has skyrocketed - and locals are…
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Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Amendment (Reconsiderations) Bill 2025 – Second Reading
The coalition will support this bill. We do so in recognition of the urgent need to put an end to the living hell that salmon businesses and workers in Tasmania have endured under this Albanese…
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Cost of Living: Do Australian’s Feel Better Than They Did 3 Years Ago?
As we come to this next federal election, there is only one key question that Australians really need to ask themselves: do they feel better today than they did three years ago? When the Australian…
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LABOR’S GAS CRISIS DEEPENS: AEMO CONFIRMS SHORTAGES AND HIGHER PRICES
20 March 2025 Labor’s reckless energy policy is driving Australia into a worsening gas crisis, with a new report confirming imminent supply shortfalls and surging costs for households and businesses. The Australian Energy Market Operator’s…
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Media Statement – Chris Bowen’s energy failure deepens—Australians can’t afford three more years of Labor
MEDIA STATEMENT 13/03/2025 CHRIS BOWEN’S ENERGY FAILURE DEEPENS—AUSTRALIANS CAN'T AFFORD THREE MORE YEARS OF LABOR Labor’s energy disaster is about to get worse, with power prices rising up to $1,300 more than promised. Released today,…
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HOUSING RELIEF AND A BRIGHTER FUTURE FOR SUNSHINE COAST FAMILIES
27 February 2025 A Dutton led LNP Government will provide $202,000 to local community organisations on the front line of the cost-of-living crisis to improve low-cost housing options for local families, if elected at the…
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Visiting Nambour Markets
Nambour locals! Ted will be at the Nambour Markets tomorrow morning (27/02/2025) from 8–10 am. If you would like to discuss the issues important to you - whether that's a local issue or a Federal…
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Media Statement: LABOR-GREENS BACKROOM DEAL TO KILL OFF GAS
TED O’BRIEN MP SHADOW MINISTER FOR CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENERGY SHADOW MINISTER FOR ENERGY AFFORDABILITY AND RELIABILITY MEMBER FOR FAIRFAX MEDIA STATEMENT 12/02/2025 LABOR-GREENS BACKROOM DEAL TO KILL OFF GAS The Albanese Government is doing…
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Small Business Struggles: Time for Action
Today, I spoke out in Parliament about the struggles small businesses across the Sunshine Coast are facing. From construction to hospitality, Labor’s policies are hitting our local businesses hard. It's time for real action –…
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Labor’s Offshore Wind Cover-Up: No Scrutiny, No Debate!
Labor's attempt to dodge scrutiny on their offshore wind legislation. Why is the Albanese Government so determined to steamroll regional communities and avoid debate? https://youtu.be/Kfa4uFzb5Qk?si=_PWgt206pIU7xOKb
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Fighting for the Infrastructure the Sunshine Coast Needs
I’m pushing for crucial infrastructure for the Sunshine Coast, from securing $3.2 billion for Bruce Highway upgrades to advocating for the rail line to Maroochydore and a new convention centre. As our region grows, I’m…
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Labor’s lies
Today I reminded the Parliament that Labor need to be held to account on their promise to save Australians $275 on their energy bills - listen below. https://youtu.be/-Z6j5VjUrlk
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